trailer RAM CHASSIS CAB 2022 Owner's Guide

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SURROUND VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with the Surround
View Camera system that allows you to see an
on-screen image of the surroundings and Top View
of your vehicle whenever the gear selector is put
into REVERSE or manually activated via the
Uconnect system. The Top View of the vehicle will
show which doors are open. The image will be
displayed on the touchscreen display along with a
caution note “Check Entire Surroundings” across
the top of the screen. After five seconds, this note
will disappear. The Surround View Camera system
is comprised of three sequential cameras located
in the front grille and side mirrors, in addition to a
fourth Rear Back Up Camera.
NOTE:
For the 3500, 4500, and 5500 Chassis Cab
vehicles, the Rear Backup Camera is shipped
loose and not installed. Please refer to the Ram
Body Builder’s Guide for more information.
The Surround View Camera system has
programmable settings that may be selected
through the Uconnect system Ú page 191.
Press this button on the touchscreen to
enter the Surround View Camera menu in
the Uconnect system. When the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE, the Rear
View and Top View is the default view of the
system.
If the camera delay is turned on, the camera image
will display for up to 10 seconds after shifting out
of REVERSE. The camera image will not display for
10 seconds if the vehicle speed exceeds 8 mph
(13 km/h), the vehicle is shifted into PARK, or the
ignition is placed in the OFF position. The “X”
button on the touchscreen disables the display of
the camera image.
If the camera delay is turned off, the camera image
will close and display the previous screen after
shifting out of REVERSE.
If active guidelines are enabled, the lines are
overlaid on the image in the Rear View to illustrate
the width of the vehicle. The view will also include
the side view mirrors and its projected back up
path based on the steering wheel position.
There are different colored zones to indicate the
distance to the rear of the vehicle. Refer to the
chart below:
Modes Of Operation
Standard Rear View can be manually activated by
selecting “Back Up Camera” through the Controls
menu within the Uconnect system.
Top View
The Top View will show in the Uconnect system with
Rear View and Front View in a split screen display.
There are integrated ParkSense arcs in the image
at the front and rear of the vehicle. The arcs will
change color from yellow to red corresponding the
distance zones to the oncoming object.
The fifth button of the ParkSense Camera View
screen will change based on the features present
in the vehicle. If not equipped with a Cargo Camera
or Trailer Reverse Guidance, the Backup Camera
soft button will be displayed. If equipped with a
Cargo Camera but no Trailer Reverse Guidance,
the Cargo Camera soft button will be displayed. If
equipped with both a Cargo Camera and Trailer
Reverse Guidance, the Cargo/Trailer Reverse
Guidance soft button will be displayed.Zone
Distance To The Rear Of
The Vehicle
Red 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm)
Yellow 1 ft - 6.5 ft (30 cm - 2 m)
Green 6.5 ft or greater (2 m or
greater)
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ParkSense Camera View

NOTE:
Front tires will display on the image when the
tires are turned.
Due to wide angle cameras in mirrors, the image
will appear distorted.
Top View will show which doors are open.
Open front doors will cancel the outside image.
Top View Plus Rear View This is the default view of the system in
REVERSE and is always paired with the
Top View of the vehicle with optional
active guidelines for the projected path
when enabled.
Rear Cross Path View
Pressing the Rear Cross Path soft key will
give the driver a wider angle view of the Rear View. The Top View will be disabled when this
is selected.
Top View Plus Front View
The Front View will show you what is
immediately in front of the vehicle and is
always paired with the Top View of the
vehicle.
Front Cross Path View Pressing the Front Cross Path soft key
will give the driver a wider angle view of
the Front View. The Top View will be
disabled when this is selected.
Backup Camera View Pressing the Backup Camera soft key will
provide a full screen rear view with Zoom
View.NOTE:If the Rear View Camera view was selected through
the Surround View Camera menu, exiting out of the
Rear View screen will return to the Surround View
menu. If the Back Up Camera was manually acti -
vated through the Controls menu of the Uconnect
system, exiting out of the display screen will return
to the Controls menu.
Cargo Camera
Pressing the Cargo Camera soft key will
provide a full screen view of the cargo
area.
NOTE:If the Cargo Camera view was selected through the
Surround View screen, exiting out of the Cargo
Camera screen will return to the Surround View
screen. If the Cargo Camera was manually acti -
vated through the Controls menu of the Uconnect
display, exiting out of the display screen will return
to the Controls menu.
Trailer Reverse Guidance
Pressing the Trailer Reverse Guidance
soft key will provide a full screen view of
the cargo area and trailer.
Pressing the Left & Right Tow Mirror Split
Screen View button within the Trailer
Reverse Guidance screen will display a
split screen to allow the driver to see both
sides of the trailer at the same time. This view
allows the driver to pan left/right to better frame
the trailer in the image.
NOTE:Trailer Reverse Guidance can only be selected
through the Surround View screen; exiting out of
the Trailer Reverse Guidance screen will return to
the Surround View screen.
Zoom View
When the Rear View image is being displayed, and
the vehicle speed is below 8 mph (13 km/h) while
in any gear, Zoom View is available. By pressing the
“magnifying glass” icon in the upper left of the

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NOTE:
If the vehicle is in DRIVE, NEUTRAL, or REVERSE,
and speed is greater than or equal to 8 mph
(13 km/h), Zoom View is unavailable and the
icon will appear gray.
While in Zoom View, the dynamic centerline will
not be visible.
Forward Facing Camera With Tire Lines —
If Equipped
The Forward Facing Camera displays a front view
image of the road ahead, along with tire lines to
guide the driver when driving on narrow roads. Tire
lines can be activated/deactivated through the
Uconnect Settings.
Activation
The Forward Facing Camera can be activated in
the following ways:
Pressing the Forward Facing Camera button in
the Controls screen or Apps menu
Pressing the Forward Facing Camera button
located in the upper left corner of the Back Up
camera display
Once activated, the camera image will remain on
as long as the vehicle speed is below 8 mph
(13 km/h). Deactivation
The Forward Facing Camera is deactivated in the
following conditions:
The vehicle exceeds 8 mph (13 km/h), except
when vehicle is in 4WD Low
The “X” button on the display is pressed.
The vehicle is shifted into PARK.
The ignition is placed in the OFF position.
NOTE:If the vehicle is in 4WD Low, the Forward Facing
Camera image will be displayed until the “X” button
is pressed or the ignition is placed in the OFF
position.
Trailer Reverse Guidance — If Equipped
The Trailer Reverse Guidance feature assists the
driver in backing up a trailer by providing
adjustable camera views of the trailer and
surrounding area. The cameras are mounted on
the side mirrors and the images will be displayed
side-by-side on the touchscreen. Left and right
camera images are swapped and mirrored on the
touchscreen to show the equivalent area behind
the vehicle as though the driver is using the side
mirrors.
Activation
The Trailer Reverse Guidance feature can be
activated by pressing the Trailer Reverse Guidance
button on the Backup/Cargo Camera Display. Deactivation

When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with
camera delay turned on), the camera image will
continue to be displayed for up to 10 seconds
unless the vehicle speed exceeds 8 mph (13 km/h),
the vehicle is shifted into PARK or the ignition is
placed in the OFF position. There is a touchscreen
button “X” to disable the display of the camera
image.

If Trailer Reverse Guidance is selected through
manually activated Surround View, Backup
Camera, or Cargo Camera, the following
deactivation conditions apply:
The “X” button on the display is pressed
The ignition is placed in the OFF position
The vehicle speed is over 8 mph (13 km/h) for
10 seconds
WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing up even
when using the Surround View Camera. Always
check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure
to check for pedestrians, animals, other
vehicles, obstructions, or blind spots before
backing up. You are responsible for the safety of
your surroundings and must continue to pay
attention while backing up. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury or death.

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NOTE:If the vehicle is not equipped with a Pickup Box:
The bottom wedge of the Top View will be
displayed in black.
The Rear Cross Path soft button will be grayed
out.
The guidelines will not be overlaid on Top View/
Rear View and Full Screen of Rear View.
Black video will be displayed for the right side of
the Top and Rear View, and full screen of the
Rear View when the Rear View Camera is not
connected. To access all camera options when the vehicle is in
REVERSE, select the "More Cams" button on the
surround view screen.
For information on Auxiliary Cameras (if equipped),
see Ú
page 168.
TRAILER CAMERAS — IF EQUIPPED
TRAILER SURROUND VIEW CAMERA
S
YSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
The Trailer Surround View Camera system allows
you to see an on-screen image of the surroundings
and the Top View of a trailer using four mountable
cameras. This occurs whenever the More Cams
soft button is selected, or when enabled through
the Uconnect system. The image will be displayed
on the Uconnect display along with a caution note
“Check Entire Surroundings”. After five seconds,
this note will disappear.
NOTE:
Trailer Surround View Camera kit is only avail -
able for vehicles equipped with the Surround
View Camera system.
The Trailer Surround View Camera system has
programmable settings that may be selected
through the Uconnect system Ú page 191.Set Up
The Trailer Surround View Camera system includes
an installation kit with a Trailer Surround View
Module and four Trailer Surround View Cameras
that must be installed on your trailer prior to
connecting to your vehicle. See the installation
instructions included with the Trailer Surround
View installation kit for more information. Once the
Trailer Surround View Module and cameras are
installed and the trailer is connected to the vehicle
via the 12-way connector, the Trailer Surround
View Camera settings can be accessed. The Trailer
Surround View Camera settings can be accessed
through Uconnect Settings by pressing the Trailer
soft button in the Trailer Settings or the Camera
Settings. The system requires input of the trailer
dimensions prior to use of the system.
NOTE:
If a trailer is connected but the trailer dimen
-
sions have not been entered in the Trailer
Surround settings page, the system will default
to the settings page.
If a trailer is not connected and any soft button
is selected, a message will appear: “Connect
Trailer Equipped With Trailer Surround View
System”.
CAUTION!
To avoid vehicle damage, Surround View
should only be used as a parking aid. The
Surround View camera is unable to view every
obstacle or object in your drive path.
To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be
driven slowly when using Surround View to be
able to stop in time when an obstacle is seen.
It is recommended that the driver look
frequently over his/her shoulder when using
Surround View.
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Inputting Trailer Values
For the Trailer Surround View Camera system to
function, all fields must be entered. When a value
is needed the screen will display “Required”.
When the Trailer Type soft button is selected two
options are available: Conventional or Gooseneck/
5th Wheel.
Activation
The Trailer Surround Camera can be activated
through the Uconnect system when the vehicle is
in PARK, NEUTRAL, or DRIVE.
When the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE,
Surround View Camera showing the Top View and
Backup Camera is the default view of the system.
Press the More Cams soft button and then press
the Trailer tab to access the Trailer Cameras. Press Trailer Surround Camera soft button to access Top
View and Rear View of the trailer.
If the camera delay is turned on, the camera image
will display for up to 10 seconds after shifting out
of REVERSE. The camera image will not display for
10 seconds if the vehicle speed exceeds 8 mph
(13 km/h), the vehicle is shifted into PARK, or the
ignition is placed in the OFF position. The “X”
button on the touchscreen disables the display of
the camera image.
If the camera delay is turned off, the camera image
will close and display the previous screen after
shifting out of REVERSE.
Modes Of Operation
The Trailer Surround View Camera system offers
two different camera displays:
Top View split screen with one selected
mounted camera
Full screen view of a selected mounted camera
Press the More Cams soft button on the Surround
View screen and select the Trailer tab to access the
Trailer Cameras. Press Trailer Surround Camera
soft button to access the default Top View and
Rear View of the trailer.
Top View
The Trailer Top View will show in the Uconnect
system with Top View and Rear View in a split
screen display.
Trailer Top and Rear Camera View

NOTE:Due to wide angle cameras, the image will appear
distorted.
Rear View
Pressing the Rear View soft button will
show the Top View and Rear View in a
split screen display.
Front View Pressing the Front View soft button will
show you what is immediately in front of
the trailer and is paired with the Top View
of the trailer.
Left View Pressing the Left View soft button will
give the driver a wider angle view of the
left side trailer camera and is paired with
the Top View of the trailer.
Setting
Description
Trailer Length Input the total length of
the trailer
Trailer Width Input the total width of
the trailer
Camera Height Input the height of the
mounted camera
Trailer Type Choose the trailer type
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Right View Pressing the Right View soft button will
give the driver a wider angle view of the
right side trailer camera and is paired
with the Top View of the trailer.
Full Screen Camera View
To display a full screen image of the Trailer
Surround View mounted cameras, select one of
the following options from the Trailer Cameras
screen: Trailer Left, Trailer Right, Trailer Front,
Trailer Rear. Exiting out of the full screen view will
return the system to the previous screen.
NOTE:If the Trailer Surround Camera was selected
through the More Cameras menu, an option to
return to the More Cameras menu will display. If
the Trailer Surround Camera was manually acti-
vated through the Controls menu of the Uconnect
system, exiting out of the display screen will return
to the Controls menu.
Trailer Reverse Guidance Pressing the Trailer Reverse Guidance
soft key will provide a split screen view of
the cargo area and trailer, and provides
the option to pan left or right. For more
information, see Ú page 161. Deactivation
The system is deactivated in the following
conditions if it was activated
automatically:
When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE
(with camera delay turned on), the camera
image will continue to be displayed for up to
10 seconds, unless the vehicle speed exceeds
8 mph (13 km/h), the vehicle is shifted into
PARK or the ignition is placed in the OFF posi -
tion. There is a touchscreen button “X” to
disable the display of the camera image.
When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE
(with camera delay turned off), the Trailer
Surround View Camera mode is exited and the
last known screen appears again.
The system is deactivated in the following
conditions if it was activated manually from the
Uconnect controls menu via the Trailer Surround
Camera soft button:
The "X" button on the display is pressed
Vehicle is shifted into PARK
Ignition is placed in the OFF position
Vehicle speed is over 8 mph (13 km/h) for
10 seconds
NOTE:If the Trailer Surround Camera is activated
manually, and the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE,
deactivation methods for automatic activation are
assumed.
The camera delay system is turned off manually
through the Uconnect system Ú page 191.
NOTE:
If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance
builds up on the camera lenses, clean the
lenses, rinse with water, and dry with a soft
cloth. Do not cover the lenses.
If a malfunction with the system has occurred,
see an authorized dealer.
WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing up even
when using the Trailer Surround View Camera.
Always check carefully behind your vehicle, and
be sure to check for pedestrians, animals, other
vehicles, obstructions, or blind spots before
backing up. You are responsible for the safety of
your surroundings and must continue to pay
attention while backing up. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury or death.
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AUX CAMERA — IF EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with one or two AUX
Cameras, which display a rearview image from the
trailer on the touchscreen.
NOTE:Two Aux Cameras are only available on vehicles
with NAV equipped radios if the vehicle is not
equipped with a Center High Mounted Stop Lamp
(CHMSL) and Surround View Camera system.
Activation
The AUX Camera is activated by first pressing the
Backup Camera or Cargo Camera (if equipped)
button on the touchscreen, followed by the AUX
button located in the upper left corner of the rearview display. On vehicles with Surround View
Camera (if equipped), the AUX Camera can be
activated when the vehicle is in REVERSE by first
pressing the More Cams button in the Surround
view screen, followed by the AUX tab. The AUX
camera can also be activated when the vehicle is
in REVERSE by pressing the AUX button.
If equipped with two AUX Cameras, you can switch
between each camera by pressing the AUX 1 or
AUX 2 buttons on the Trailer Camera display.
Deactivation
The AUX Camera is deactivated by pressing the “X”
in the upper right corner of the touchscreen. This
will return the display back to the previously
displayed screen.
NOTE:
If the AUX button is pressed and no AUX Camera
is connected, the touchscreen will display a blue
screen along with the message “Camera
System Unavailable.” The screen can be exited
out by pressing the “X” in the upper right hand
corner. This will return the display back to the
previously displayed screen.
Zoom View is not available with the AUX Camera
feature.
The display will always default to the Trailer
Camera display AUX 1.
ENGINE RUNAWAY
Diesel engine runaway is a rare condition affecting
diesel engines, where the engine consumes its
own lubrication oil and runs at higher and higher
RPM until it overspeeds to a point where it destroys
itself due to either mechanical failure or engine
seizure through lack of lubrication.
CAUTION!
To avoid vehicle damage, Trailer Surround
View should only be used as a parking aid. The
Trailer Surround View Camera is unable to
view every obstacle or object in your drive
path.
To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be
driven slowly when using Trailer Surround
View to be able to stop in time when an
obstacle is seen. It is recommended that the
driver look frequently over his/her shoulder
when using Trailer Surround View.
AUX 1 Camera Button
AUX 2 Camera Button
WARNING!
In case of engine runaway due to flammable
fumes from fuel spills or turbocharger oil leaks
being sucked into the engine, do the following to
help avoid personal injury and/or vehicle
damage:
Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
Using a CO2 or dry chemical type fire extin
-
guisher, direct the spray from the fire extin -
guisher into the grille on the passenger side so
that the spray enters the engine air intake.

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LOADING
The actual total weight and the weight of the front
and rear of your vehicle at the ground can best be
determined by weighing it when it is loaded and
ready for operation.
The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a
commercial scale to ensure that the GVWR has not
been exceeded. The weight on the front and rear of
the vehicle should then be determined separately
to be sure that the load is properly distributed over
the front and rear axles. Weighing the vehicle may
show that the GAWR of either the front or rear axle
has been exceeded but the total load is within the
specified GVWR. If so, weight must be shifted from
front to rear or rear to front as appropriate until the
specified weight limitations are met. Store the
heavier items down low and be sure that the
weight is distributed equally. Stow all loose items
securely before driving.
Improper weight distributions can have an adverse
effect on the way your vehicle steers and handles
and the way the brakes operate.
TRAILER TOWING
In this section you will find safety tips and
information on limits to the type of towing you can
reasonably do with your vehicle. Before towing a
trailer, carefully review this information to tow your
load as efficiently and safely as possible.
To maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty
coverage, follow the requirements and
recommendations in this manual concerning
vehicles used for trailer towing.
COMMON TOWING DEFINITIONS
The following trailer towing related definitions will
assist you in understanding the following
information:
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your
vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, cargo
and tongue weight. The total load must be limited
so that you do not exceed the GVWR Ú page 172.
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight
of all cargo, consumables and equipment
(permanent or temporary) loaded in or on the
trailer in its "loaded and ready for operation"
condition.
The recommended way to measure GTW is to put
your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The
entire weight of the trailer must be supported by
the scale.
CAUTION!
Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the
GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWR. If
you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it can
change the way your vehicle handles. This could
cause you to lose control. Overloading can
shorten the life of your vehicle.
WARNING!
If the gross trailer weight is 5,000 lb (2,267 kg)
or more, it is recommended to use a
weight-distributing hitch to ensure stable
handling of your vehicle. If you use a standard
weight-carrying hitch, you could lose control of
your vehicle and cause a collision.
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Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)
The GCWR is the total allowable weight of your
vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front
and rear axles. Distribute the load over the front
and rear axles evenly. Make sure that you do not
exceed either front or rear GAWR Ú page 172.
Tongue Weight (TW)
The TW is the downward force exerted on the hitch
ball by the trailer. You must consider this as part of
the load on your vehicle.
Trailer Frontal Area
The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied
by the maximum width of the front of a trailer.
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
The TSC can be a mechanical telescoping link that
can be installed between the hitch receiver and the
trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable friction associated with the telescoping motion to
dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions
while traveling.
If equipped, the electronic TSC recognizes a
swaying trailer and automatically applies individual
wheel brakes and/or reduces engine power to
attempt to eliminate the trailer sway.
Weight-Carrying Hitch
A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue
weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch
ball or some other connecting point of the vehicle.
These kinds of hitches are commonly used to tow
small and medium sized trailers.
Weight-Distributing Hitch
A weight-distributing hitch system works by
applying leverage through spring (load) bars. They
are typically used for heavier loads to distribute
trailer tongue weight to the tow vehicle's front axle
and the trailer axle(s). When used in accordance
with the manufacturer's directions, it provides for a
more level ride, offering more consistent steering
and brake control, thereby enhancing towing
safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway
control also dampens sway caused by traffic and
crosswinds and contributes positively to tow
vehicle and trailer stability. Trailer Sway Control
(TSC) and a weight-distributing (load equalizing)
hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue
Weights (TW) and may be required depending on
vehicle and trailer configuration/loading to comply
with GAWR requirements.

Without Weight-Distributing Hitch (Incorrect)

WARNING!
It is important that you do not exceed the
maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous
driving condition can result if either rating is
exceeded. You could lose control of the vehicle
and have a collision.
WARNING!
An improperly adjusted weight-distributing
hitch system may reduce handling, stability
and braking performance and could result in a
collision.
Weight-distributing systems may not be
compatible with surge brake couplers. Consult
with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a
reputable Recreational Vehicle dealer for
additional information.

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With Weight-Distributing Hitch (Correct)
Improper Adjustment Of Weight-Distributing Hitch (Incorrect)

RECOMMENDED DISTRIBUTION HITCH
ADJUSTMENT

1. Position the truck to be ready to connect to the trailer (do not connect the trailer).

2. Measure the height from the top of the front wheel opening on the fender to the ground,
this is height H1.

Measuring Height (H)

3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle without the weight-distribution bars connected.
4. Measure the height from the top of the front wheel opening on the fender to the ground,
this is height H2.
5. Install and adjust the tension in the weight-distributing bars per the manufac -
turers’ recommendations so that the height of the front fender is approximately (H2-H1)/
2+H1 (about 1/2 the difference between
H2 and H1 above normal ride height [H1]).
6. Perform a visual inspection of the trailer and weight-distributing hitch to confirm manufac-
turers’ recommendations have been met.
NOTE:For all towing conditions, we recommend towing
with TOW/HAUL mode engaged.
Fifth-Wheel Hitch
The fifth-wheel hitch is a special high platform with
a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow
vehicle in the truck bed. It connects a vehicle and
fifth-wheel trailer with a coupling king pin.
Your truck may be equipped with a fifth-wheel hitch
option. Refer to the separately provided fifth-wheel
hitch safety, care, assembly, and operating
instructions.
Measurement
Example Example 2500/3500
Height (mm)
H1 1,030
H2 1,058
H2-H1 28
(H2-H1)/2 14
(H2-H1)/2 + H1 1,0444

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